HaiVision Network Video, the world's leading vendor of high definition (HD) H.264 TelePresence codecs, today announced that its hai1020™ network video system and acclaimed MAKO-HD™ H.264 codec are being implemented in HyperMirror*.

CyberPower Inc., www.cyperpowerpc.com has announced a mid-level gaming system based on Intel's Core i7-920 CPU that delivers the horsepower to run the most graphically-intense games at an unrivaled price.

Sony Insider has leaked images of the CMT-Z100iR, Sony's latest mini sound system. Features include an ipod dock, slot loading cd player, USB port, two 20W speakers, touch panel controls, a 3.5mm audio-in jack, bass/treble adjustments, an integrated AM/FM radio and remote control. There is no firm release date or price, though Sony Insider seems to think it will fall in the $150-$250 range.

Although technically not something we usually cover at Hometoys, the announcement of a Beatles version of the popular music game Rock Band was to good to pass up; who doesn't want to be one of The Beatles? Scheduled for a September 9th release the game will be available for the Xbox 360, PLAYSTATION 3, Wii in a stand alone version or bundled with the instruments. No word yet on the songs list or specifics on what the instruments will be included but here's hoping they include a replica of Paul Mcartney's Höfner 500/1 "Violin Bass" . If you unfamiliar with what Rock Band is watch this video from the Conan O'Brien show.

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This might be the world's largest media center remote. It's made with two flexible Dance Dance Revolution mats from the PlayStation 2, hacked to control Windows Media Center with your feet. Video and the instruction on how to build your own mega remote can be found here .

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